Computer Applications in Education
Course Code: BED-507.
Introduction:
Computer is nowadays being used in almost all academic disciplines. It is the latest and most advanced technology of the present era. Education too is not an exception. Computer technology is being applied as a major AV- aid in instruction as well as planning. Moreover, numerous soft wares have been developed that are used in research (for data analyses and data presentation) and teaching. This course is intended to introduce the students with recent developments and applications of computer technology in the field of education. It will enable the students to equip themselves with the use of modern technologies in the classroom. It also enables them to use these technologies in school management. Information technology plays a vital role in the development of every organization, whether, business organization or social organization like school. Information is becoming an intangible asset and organizations give importance to the tools, equipments and resources used for managing information. Knowledge of computer applications is helpful in this regard.
Objectives:
At the end of this course, the students will be able to:
Understand computer systems and information technology
Differentiate among different work environments of computer systems
Exhibit capabilities of using computer in education
Develop and maintain database of an educational institute
Design classroom presentations and plan their lessons
Use internet, e-mail and intranet for educational purposes
Equip themselves with computer skills according to the market demands
Justify all requirements of an office administrator (to write memos, circulars, office orders etc.)
Develop practical capabilities required in using computers
Produce computer literate human capital
Apply computer in analyzing and presenting research data
Outline
Unit-I: Fundamentals of Computer
Introduction to computer system and data processing
Types of computer
Classification of computer
Hardware configuration
Central processing unit
Computer software
Uses of computer in education
Unit -2: Disk Operating System
Definition of disk operating system.
Features of DOS
What is a file? And how to create, save, edit and reopen a file.
Types of commands in MS-DOS.
Some important commands:
CD, MD, RD, CLS, COPY, XCOPY, DATE, TIME, DEL, DIR, DOSKEY, AUTOEXEC.BAT & CONFIG.SYS files FORMAT, LABEL, PATH, UNDEL, REN, SYS, VER, TREE,
Unit-3: Windows operating system
Introduction to graphical user interface
Features of windows
Comparison of DOS and windows
Desktop: Icons for my computer, explorer, recycle bin
Task bar
Start button, application icons in task bar e.g., date , time ,etc.
Start menu
Program settings , documents settings , help run and shutdown
Working in windows
Operating an icon , maximizing and minimizing a window etc.
Using my computer
View files and folders on floppy and /hard disk
Managing files: Moving and copying file , creating new files and folders
Using explorer: Collapsing / expanding levels to view folders and files; properties of files and folders
File management: Copy, move, delete, rename, displaying hidden files, creating a folder, finding a file with various options
Accessories
System tools, calculator, address book, paint, word pad etc.
Unit-4: Word Processor
Facilities of word processor.
Typing and formatting of any document e.g. notes, applications, and letters.
formatting of articles, term papers and theses( according to APA style)
Maintaining date using tables.
Mail merge E-mail.
Address book management.
Unit-5: Spread sheet
Uses of MS-Excel.
Entering and maintaining data in worksheets.
Formula entry and data analysis.
Graphical presentation of data
Advance features
Preparing and presenting students reports
Unit-6: Designing Presentations
Introduction to MS-Power point
Preparing presentations
Audio and video effects
Advance features
Unit-7: Data Base Management
Introduction to data base
Why data base is prepared or make?
Other data base management programs e.g. Oracle, Internet data bases etc.
Introduction to MS- Access
Developing data base in Access
Using data base
Unit-8: Scheduling and Maintaining Personal Information
MS-Outlook Express
Address book
E-Mail
Diary
Scheduling class room activities
Advance features
Unit-9: Computer in Education
Areas of application in education
Using different types of programs for delivering lessons in classrooms
Lesson planning by using Roblyer’s data base of strategies and lesson plans
Management of student related information
Preparing result cards and reports
Unit-10: Searching for Information
Introduction to internet
Searching and browsing
Sending and receiving
Downloading and uploading information
Note: Teacher will provide required material
Recommended Books
Altman, R. B.(1999). Visual quick starts guide; Power point 2000 for windows. Berkley: Peach Pit.
Baver, D.G. (1997). Educators internet funding guide, class room connections. Delhi: Prentice -Hall of India.
Black, U. (1999). Advanced internet technologies. New Jersey: Prentice Hall.
Bott, E. D. (Ed.). (2000). Special Microsoft office 2000. New Delhi: Prentice Hall of India.
Bott, E. D. (Ed.). (2000). Practical Microsoft windows 2000 professional. New Delhi: Prentice Hall of India.
Capron, H . I. (1998). Computer tools for an information age. Massachusetts: Addison Weley
Crumlish, C. (1996). The ABC’S of the internet. New Delhi: BPB Publications.
Maloney,D. (1998). User friendly using Microsoft word 97. New Delhi: Prentice Hall of India
Minasl, M., Anderson, C., Smith, B.M & Loombs, D. (2000). Mastering windows 2000 (Server). New Delhi: BPB publications.
Roblyer , m.D.(1999). Integrating techonology across the curriculm: A data base of strategies and lesson plans. NJ: Merril an imprint of prentice-Hall.
Ray, S. & Ray, E. J. (1999). Visual quick start guide: Access 2000 for windows. Berkley: Peach pit Press.
Segman, S. (1999). Visual quickstart guide, Micrsosoft office for windows. Berkley: Peach pit Press.
Sinnah, P. K. (2000). Fundamentals of computer. New Delhi: Prentice -Hall of India.
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